I have noticed lately several auctions for large cents purposefully listed categorically as half cents. Why? This trick is predominantly used with large cents dated 1849-1857. The reason this is done is that...
I have been collecting, buying and selling United States coins for more than 50 years. I am not a dealer. The purpose of this guide is to provide information to novice and intermediate collectors, or anyone...
Vulgar Numismatics and Exonumia Because there is no one guide detailing all of the vulgar creations made out of coins, I've decided to write this guide. In no way is this meant to be definitive. I welcome any...
I have bid and won some of this coin.This coin was the first coin that the U.S. Mint placed the motto In God we Trust , I found this out when I wanted a coin that could be used to get my 2 cents into a...
PENNIES Braided Hair Large Cents (1840 to 1857)1840 and 1842 strikes are known with with both small and large dates, with little difference in value. 1855 and 1856 strikes are known with both slanting and...